	1414 Walnut Street Berkeley CA 94709 and 4500 Redwood Rd Oakland CA 94619

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Camp Tzofim

Programs

Sessions 1-4
RISHONIM (Starters) - Entering Kindergarten

Camp Tzofim welcomes children who will be entering Kindergarten in September, 2004. This program is especially designed to meet the needs of children in transition from pre-school to Kindergarten. The youngest campers at Camp Tzofim are introduced to activities such as arts & crafts, sports, nature experiences, and Jewish thematic programming that are unique to the camping experience. Rishonim campers have swim lessons and supervised free swim several times each week. Each session includes a half day field trip as well as several excursions to local parks. Recognizing the special needs of this age group, Camp Tzofim provides Rishonim campers with constant adult companionship with very close supervision of one staff person to eight campers and the awareness that this is the first full day program for many Rishonim campers. Campers will have a daily nap/rest hour each afternoon.
Fees: $405
One Week Option: $235

SABRA (Natives) - Entering Grades 1 & 2

The Sabra campers spend their days busily engaged in arts and crafts, sports, music, and Jewish thematic programming. The activities of this age group are designed to focus on team work and community building. For good portions of the day, Sabra campers are broken up into “keetana” or “smaller” sub groups with campers of similar interests to better meet everyone’s specialized needs. Sabra campers have swim lessons three times per session at the downtown YMCA and supervised free swim at least once a week at Robert’s pool. Daily activities such as swimming, nature study, games and hiking are specially designed to give this group the opportunity to enjoy nature and explore their curiosity in an encouraging playful environment. Each session includes a field trip, several excursions to local parks and an Erev Kef (Extended Evening of Fun).
Fees: $410
One Week Option: $240

GIBORIM (Heroes)- Entering Grades 3 & 4

Giborim campers explore the meaning of their unit by being role models to each other and to younger campers and by participating in our Specialty Enrichment Workshops (Chugim). The Giborim staff are chosen for their ability to teach children in a number of specialty areas. Some specialties from past summers include wilderness adventures, wearable art, soccer, candle-making, Jewish artifacts, theater, ceramics, and “new sports”. Campers register for specialties on the first day of each session. Giborim campers spend most of their camp days at our Roberts Park site and other East Bay Regional Parks. Their activities include swimming, sports, arts, drama, treasure hunts, nature walks, music, and various interactive Jewish theme programs. Each Giborim session includes an exciting field trip during the first week and an overnight experience at Anthony Chabot Park during the second week.
Fees: $425
One Week Option: $250

CHAVERIM (Friends) - Entering Grades 5 & 6

The Chaverim program gives the entering fifth or sixth grader a balance of traditional camp experience, and exciting traveling camp plus a special focus. Each session includes a special day-long excursion to one of many favorite destinations and a very exciting two-night overnight trip to a State or National Park in Northern California. Past trips have included Yosemite, American River, Russian River and Santa Cruz where campers have enjoyed tubing, rope courses, horseback riding, backpacking and more. The Chaverim leaders have experience working with this preteen age group and are licensed to drive our 15-passenger vans. Campers experience community daily in creative projects and activities. Chaverim campers enjoy daily Camp Tzofim activities as well as participate in a sports or arts & crafts specialty. The Chaverim camper will also explore Jewish culture in hands-on dynamic programming and participate in the all-camp Shabbat celebrations.
Fees: $465
One Week Option: $265

HABONIM (Builders) - Entering Grades 7 - 9

The Habonim program incorporates social service projects and “Tikkun Olam” (repair of the world) as well as programs that address issues affecting today’s teenager. Campers develop strong friendships and experience creative projects and outdoor activities that develop and enhance their skill and confidence. Overnights are exciting, excellent opportunities for leadership training and for learning cooperation and responsibility. Daryl Grace and the rest of the Habonim staff are particularly experienced in relating to teens and have certification to drive the vans.

Each Habonim session includes a three-night overnight to a State or National Park in Northern California. Challenging camping trips may include river trips, kayaking, hiking, ropes courses and of course having a lot of fun. Every activity is designed for both the newly adventurous and the more experienced camper. In addition, each session includes a day-long group trip to a thrilling outdoor destination such as amusement parks, beaches and other exciting locations, plus the planning and implementing of the first Friday programs of each session.
Fees: $510
One Week Option: $265 week 1 / $315 week 2

GESHER-CIT'S (Counselors in Training) - Entering Grade 10

We have expanded our Counselor in Training program to better equip our future counselors with the skills and strengths needed to become the best counselors they can be, contribute to Camp Tzofim and have a lot of fun! Teens entering tenth grade are invited to join this close group of peers in a leadership program designed for them to learn skills in counseling, self-confidence, working as a team and in groups, working with children, leadership, programming, and more! Gesher will also provide a forum for teens to bond with each other and explore issues relevant to teenagers. Participants will work closely with the younger unitsas interns to help run activities, field trips and overnights. An experienced Unit Head will work closely with Gesher participants to provide training workshops and enrichment activities and lead the session. Each four week session will include field trips and fun activities just for this unit.
Fees: Volunteer position (JCS Association and registration fees payable with registration.)
For those having completed the CIT program or are 16-17 years old, there may be a position as Counselor's Assistant or Junior Counselor available. Please call the Camp Director for an application.